GM Hints at New Rear-Wheel-Drive Models Beyond the CT5

Daily Car

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07/11/2025

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People inside General Motors say the firm will soon offer new rear-wheel-drive passenger cars. Sources claim that at least two models ride on the Alpha 2-2 platform, a revised version of the structure that supports the present Cadillac CT5 and CT4. The announcement arrives while the car market keeps changing - GM appears to seek a wider mix of products.

Key Takeaways

GM is said to be building at least two fresh rear-wheel-drive passenger cars.
The cars will probably use the next Alpha 2-2 platform.
A replacement for the Cadillac CT5 is certain - a second, unnamed model is also under way.
Guesses range from another Cadillac version to a four door Chevrolet Camaro.

A New Era for RWD Sedans besides Coupes?

Fresh stories state that General Motors intends to replace the Cadillac CT5 and to add a further passenger car. Engineers will build both on the Alpha 2-2 platform, an update of the Alpha structure that already carries the sixth generation Camaro, CT4 and CT5.

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The CT5 replacement is no secret - yet facts about the second car stay limited - it may become another Cadillac, perhaps a coupe or convertible that borrows from the Cadillac Expressive Coupe show car. The platform might also underpin a more affordable vehicle, though hopes for a return of long standing names like Malibu or Impala are modest, particularly if the powertrain relies only on internal combustion.

Is a Four-Door Camaro Coming?

The second rear-wheel-drive model might turn out to be a four door Chevrolet Camaro. Other brands already move in that direction - Ford is rumored to prepare a four door Mustang or Dodge has put the Charger back on sale as a sedan. Because the Camaro already has rear-wheel-drive bones, a sedan version would not shock observers, especially with Dodge active in the class again.

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If GM follows this path, the firm will broaden its range to include battery cars, hybrids and fresh internal combustion products. Passenger cars will not rule the market as they once did - yet the spending on rear-wheel-drive platforms shows a wider spread of choices and gives enthusiasts fresh reasons for interest.

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